Student Budget Pocket Lighter from Japan
Ultra-cheap plastic lighter targeted at young adults, compact for pockets with simple ignition for cigarettes or candles. Falls under HTS 9613.80.60.00 for other lighters valued not over $5/dozen pieces. High-volume, low-margin product.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Avoid marketing implying youth targeting to prevent FDA scrutiny; use neutral packaging
• Prove low value with factory cost sheets
• Monitor for minimum import quantity rules